Thoughtful Gifts Under $20

Gift giving doesn’t have to be expensive. In this post, I’ve put together a few of my favorite, thoughtful gifts under $20 to give during the Holiday Season! **This post contains affiliate links. Please see my Privacy Policy and Disclosures Statement for more information.** Click on the links throughout the …

Christmas School Treats for Classmates

Each new holiday season I am always looking for new ideas of little gifts that the kids can give their classmates (or daycare friends). Our oldest loves giving gifts to his family and friends! In this post, I’ve rounded up a few ideas for Christmas school treats for classmates and …

The Best Christmas Books for Kids

Santa is coming! Santa is coming! What better way to get kids excited for Christmastime than to add a few books to their reading collection. If you are looking for ideas, here are some of the best Christmas books for kids! I love to purchase books throughout the year from …

Boys Holiday Gift Guide for 2021

If you are having a hard time thinking of gifts for this Holiday season, look no further! I’ve put together my Boys Gift Guide for 2021 to help you with your shopping! All the ideas on this list are toys that we have given our 5 year old son already …

Smoked Salmon With Herbed Mayonnaise Appetizer

On one of my visits to Chicago, I went to a restaurant that specialized in making their own house-smoked salmon. It was salty, smoky and absolutely delicious. This smoked salmon with herbed mayonnaise appetizer is my take on one of their dishes and instantly became a family favorite! **This post …

How to Make Hot Chocolate Spoons

Are you looking for a homemade gift to make this holiday season? These hot chocolate spoons are the perfect DIY gift to add to gift baskets, give to co-workers or for kids to give their classmates for a Holiday treat. They are really simple and don’t require much time or …